Although the premiere is months ahead, many fans are already psyched about the things that could happen in 'Scandal' Season 5. Well, a lot of loose ends could be addressed next season, and one of these is whether or not Scott Foley will return as Jake Ballard. Another, Huck may be teaming up with Olivia Pope's father, Rowan Pope.
In the last episode of season 4, Jake completed his mission- with black ops B-613 shut down, B-613 Command Rowan Pope in jail, and Olivia returns home safely.
Fans have also Olivia seen choosing President Fitzgerald Grant, while First Lady Mellie Grant being kicked out of the White House because of her involvement grand jurors' killing. If that is so, will 'Scandal' Season 5 still need Jake?
In a recent interview, actor Scott Folley revealed that he does not know if he is returning to the show or not. His statements, however, hinted that he could be returning despite the series "finale" in Season 4. He also agreed that there are lots to answer in the coming season.
On the other report, actor Guillermo Diaz might be teaming up with Olivia Pope's father, Rowan.
Diaz revealed, in an interview, the Huck and Rowan could join forces in 'Scandal' Season 5 once Olivia discovers that he was responsible for grand jurors' murder. He also added that Cyrus Bean, who was recently fired by President Fitzgerald Grant, would join also join Huck and Rowan in the upcoming season. Diaz said that he is confident Cyrus and Mellie Grant will find their way back into the White House.
Everyone, whether one has big or small role in 'Scandal', is on the line of being killed off by Shonda Rhimes. Both actors also revealed that they are uncertain if their characters be seen more in Season 5 or not, as Rhimes is not afraid of getting rid of any character in the show. 'Scandal' Season 4 wrapped with 8.1 million viewers and a 2.3 demo rating, ticking up 10 percent and a tenth week-to-week, but still down 24 and 32 percent from last year's finale.
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